General Manager

Overview Federal Realty Investment Trust is a proven leader in the ownership, operation, and redevelopment of high-quality retail real estate in the country's best markets. We believe we are one of the most innovative and dynamic real estate companies you can work for. Interested candidates who research Federal hear a lot about our high-quality shopping centers and mixed-use centers. Our well-respected real estate team is at our core, but it's the smaller intangible things that can make working at Federal so satisfying. You see, while we're one of the largest publicly traded real estate investment trusts in the country, as measured by the value of our shopping centers, we're really a very small company by most standards and we try to operate that way. Our stability and success are due to our great team of employees! Would you like to join our team? If so, learn more about our current opportunity below. We are looking for an experienced, hands-on real estate operations professional to join our team in the role of General Manager. The preferred candidate will possess excellent experience in property operations, facility management, vendor and contract management, tenant engagement, and project initiation. The position is based at Grossmont Center in La Mesa, California and will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of two properties: Grossmont Center, a 925,000-square-foot shopping center in La Mesa, and Escondido Promenade, a shopping center in Escondido. The General Manager will implement policies and procedures, set up controls and best practices, and be influential in the areas of operations, tenant relations, security, procurement, and risk management in order to achieve maximum productivity and profitability while maintaining the highest level of corporate standards. This role is also closely involved in the large-scale, multi-phase redevelopment currently underway at Grossmont Center, partnering with ownership, design, and construction teams to help keep the center fully operational throughout construction. The General Manager will oversee and supervise the in-house and contracted departments across both properties to ensure property goals are achieved. This role reports to the Senior Director, Asset Management. Responsibilities Lead and manage on-site property personnel while developing and maintaining operational standards and procedures across both properties. Manage service providers and vendors responsible for the day-to-day operational needs of both properties, including repair and maintenance, landscaping, housekeeping, waste removal, contracted janitorial services, contracted security services, plumbing, roof, physical plant, and energy management systems, ensuring property standards are maintained. Perform regular site inspections at both properties to assess physical condition, compliance, and overall administration; ensure issues are addressed immediately and expectations are met. Stay closely involved in…